Our stories
Read a collection of stories and learn from the perspectives and experiences of our City Year Americorps members, students, partners and alumni.

City Year emphasizes trusting and consistent relationships with the students we serve. Learn more about these developmental student relationships.
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City Year AmeriCorps members provide consistent care and support for students and schools during the pandemic.
Read the storyCity Year has a lot to celebrate—starting with our extraordinary AmeriCorps members! We’re proud of them, the skills they are…
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March 13-19 is recognized nationally as AmeriCorps week, but we extend the celebration of our AmeriCorps members to encompass the…
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Doing one year of service with City Year is a transformational experience. But what happens when you stay for another?…
Read the storyWe interviewed AmeriCorps members from the Henry Wilson Elementary School team to ask them about what it’s like to serve…
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Each quarter, the Excellence in Service Award recognises an ACM, SL, and Staff member for their commitment to the ideals…
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As it begins to get warmer, the team and I have made plans to go back to the farm, Oasis…
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On January 12th, 2022, Team Care Force 15 officially hit the six-month mark in our year of service. As we…
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During AmeriCorps celebration, we recognize the commitment of the millions of Americans who have chosen to serve and encourage more…
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When I am asked to describe what ‘mentorship’ means to me, I think of City Year. I am reminded of…
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Someone recently asked me, “Are you able to show up to work as your authentic self?” My response was, “I…
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